Russian glide bomb strikes in Kramatorsk killed at least 33 people, with 18 injured, as Ukrainian officials confirm the attack on two buses. The strike, which occurred on Oct. 8, 2026, has raised concerns about civilian targeting and the escalation of conflict in Donbas.
The attack, which involved a glide bomb dropped from a plane, targeted a street near the front line, with officials stating it was a deliberate strike on civilians. The Kramatorsk and Sloviansk administrations have halted public transport following the incident, highlighting the impact on Ukraine's infrastructure.
Ukrainian officials have condemned the attack, with regional governor Vadym Filashkin calling it a deliberate tactic to destroy civilian life. The incident follows a series of Russian attacks on Ukrainian transportation, including a previous drone strike on a bus in Kramatorsk that injured two people.
The attack has led to increased international concern, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy vowing a response and US officials emphasizing the need for a global reaction to Russia's actions in Ukraine.